Indonesian Fried Chicken (ayam Goreng)

Indonesian Fried Chicken, also known as Ayam Goreng, is a popular dish in Indonesian cuisine. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices and then fried to crispy perfection. This recipe will guide you through creating this delicious and aromatic dish at home.

Indonesian Fried Chicken (ayam Goreng)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, garlic, onion, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, salt, sugar, and soy sauce. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the marinated chicken pieces in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the chicken for about 10-12 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. Remove the fried chicken from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  4. Serve the Indonesian Fried Chicken hot with steamed rice and your favorite sambal or chili sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large bowl Frying pan Tongs Plate Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Indonesian Fried Chicken is best served with steamed rice, fresh cucumber slices, and a side of spicy sambal or chili sauce.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For extra crispy chicken, you can double fry the pieces by frying them once, letting them cool, and then frying them again until golden and crispy.

Cost

$10